Following up on last week’s discussion on when leaders should be held accountable for their subordinates' actions, the Sheriff who supervised the Sheriff’s Deputy who murdered Sonya Massey refuses to resign despite several calls for his resignation.

Do you think that the Sheriff should resign?

https://www.sj-r.com/story/news/crime/2024/08/01/sheriff-reiterates-he-wont-resign-after-sonya-massey-shooting/74631031007/

Pro tip: live close to poorer people to feel rich. The feelings of wealth are extremely subjective and is mainly based on comparison

What’s an appropriate salary for an S3 in tax in MCOL? I don’t want to go into a discussions with a number in mind and it be too high/into a manager salary.

How do I train my critical thinking skills? Any book recommendations?

How can Prada want $1,750 for a bag that’s not even 50% leather??? Why do I want to buy one???

I work as a worker’s compensation adjuster and I cannot seem to get the hand of loss of time. Been in the same role for a year. Any piece of advise? I have made several improvements but it feels like I’m dragging it out. Last question is how do you manage claims that you have not handle for months and you’re too scared to do anything.

Good resources to find industry metrics? Interested to see how carriers rank up by product type in direct written premium, new business, combined ratios, etc.

Just started progesterone suppositories. Anyone else worried that you are starting them either too early or too late in your cycle? I read that too early can increase risk of tubal pregnancy…

Opinions please. This is just a scenario and not true life...only in a perfect world.
Would you rather have your dream role at your current company OR would you rather get an offer at your dream company for your current role.

Switching from Adderall to Ritalin. Anyone who’s taken both have tips for the switch or thoughts on what to expect?

Hi,

Can anyone from DXC share me the screenshot of list of Holidays for Bangalore location. Joining DXC soon.

Thank you in advance.

We are looking to travel to the Caribbean in December. The goal is to stay at an all inclusive resort for around $4k, including travel. Any ideas of good places? We were thinking Jamaica, Curaçao, ect

Preferred reading -- FT or WSJ?

When asked,do you disclose your current rate in an interview? Are you required to provide evidence? What is the norm? Thanks!!!

Looking for an HTML5 animation expert for a web project. Quick turn freelance gig.

How long did Google take to complete your PERM after joining? Have an offer but priority date might become current soon, what to do?

Hi everyone! Has anyone used Redbubble / society 6 for selling their designs? Do you have a clear preference for one or the other? Thanks in advance! 😁

Does anyone else think that IBKR’s customer service is kinda shitty compared to other brokerages?

Folks who use a backdoor for tIRA to Roth, do you have 2 accounts? Once the conversion goes through, the tIRA remains empty until your next deposit ?

What are the limitations if my tIRA contributions were pretax?

Thoughts on a m340i? I might just pull the trigger.

Let’s hear some good news! Share your biggest wins so far this week!

Hello,

I got a letter from my apartment regarding unlawful detainer.

The apartment refused to take our rent for almost 4 months because it was paid in a personal check and not cashier’s check.

I have 5 days to respond, what should I do please?

M&A/PE associate (trying to juggle multiple deals) feeling like I don’t have time to dive deeper into issues and it being highlighted in some of my work product as I am having to turn things right away and just pushing things out - so issues I may have caught if I had a better/deeper/higher level understanding are more apparent when partners review. Truly feeling like I’m just messing up all around but trying to give myself grace. How do you know if it’s just you or a part of the process?

As black attorneys, what traumas do you think are unique to us?

Any thoughts on how the litigation going on between Twitter and Elon Musk is going pan out?

This bowl was originally created for black attorneys in big law, but since it’s the only bowl for black attorneys, many black attorneys in other sectors have joined. Some people are apprehensive about starting another bowl for all black attorneys because it will take away from this bowl. Assuming that the conversations & topics will stay the same, What are you thoughts on keeping this bowl solely for black in big law verses Opening this bowl to any black lawyer?

Two more weeks until the new year. Is anyone else struggling to finish the year off strong?

My office is having a barbecue at one of the supervisors houses. It starts at 4 pm. what time should I show up? Social norms say arrive 30 minutes to an hour after a party start time but it’s since it’s a work party, what is the social norm for social work events?

When, or if you set time aside to take care of yourself or do something for yourself, what do you do? I'm realizing I don't really have any "healthy" ways of relaxing outside of work, so drop whatever you got. It's starting to affect my personal life and I'm worried I won't be able to have healthy relationships unless I can take care of myself first.

What are the benefits of being licensed in multiple states? Do you use all of your different law licenses at least once a month?

Any upcoming law conferences/events?

Did you reach your 2022 goals?

How do you balance your social life with work? I feel like all my non-law friends are out doing shit every night and living it up on the weekends and I just can't. I'm either working or I'm tired from working. How can I set better boundaries about working outside of work, and where do y'all get the motivation to be outside after work 😭

What do you think is going to happen with Trump’s legal troubles?

Any connects for black design professionals?

Just started a new role 3 months ago and both my boss and co-worker have resigned within the first month. Is this a sign? Should I start looking elsewhere?

So, the CDC removed the Covid guidelines. I’ve never had Covid. I’m afraid people will come into work not wearing a mask and be inconsiderate… ughhh so distracting and disgusting. I’m also at risk to develop complications. Not sure if I should talk to HR. Not even sure if I should ask for accommodations to continue being able to wfh at least most days of the week to reduce risk. Idkkkk 😩This is so unprecedented. I always wear my mask at work. I’m getting pressured to attend firm events as well

I’m looking for a paralegal opportunity in the DMV/NYC/NJ area, preferably remote but I’m open to a hybrid schedule. I’ve an LL.B. (2014), and currently working as an appellate paralegal with experience in bankruptcy, civil rights litigation, and family law. I’m open to all areas of the law. Please comment if you are or know someone/law firm/in-house who’s looking for a paralegal.